Senior Project Manager, Data Center, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield•Austin, TX

1d•$165,750 - $195,000

About The Position

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support growth in Mission Critical Facilities and Data Centers within its Life & Technology Sciences Platform. The role leads project delivery for complex commercial real estate and advanced technology projects, provides tailored client solutions, and serves as the primary client contact for assigned engagements. The position coordinates across company departments, third-party partners, clients, and the Project & Development Services leadership team to integrate services and foster cross-business collaboration. It also leads business development efforts in emerging sectors and local markets, and champions initiatives involving Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Mission Critical, Data Center, and other advanced technologies. The successful candidate is expected to deliver projects to client requirements while upholding the company's standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work. The compensation range is $165,750 to $195,000, with the offer dependent on factors including location, experience, qualifications, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a science or mechanical and/or electrical engineering discipline.
5 to 10+ years of Design and Construction industry experience in the relevant fields.
7+ years of Commercial Real Estate Project Management experience, with related experience in product development, launch, business process optimization, regulatory submission and/or compliance, and/or quality assurance.
Proven track record delivering complex commercial real estate and Design/Construction projects, including ground-up and build-to-suit projects, repositioning, renovations, repurposing, and other complex development projects.
Experience providing advanced project controls solutions, including P3/Primavera and cost and budget estimating solutions.
Expertise working with municipalities, economic development authorities, and utility companies; familiarity with zoning, entitlements, and complex land-use issues.
Demonstrated experience managing projects of varying sizes, including strategic planning, demolition, new construction, interior fit-out, and/or project controls solutions.
Knowledge and application of a disciplined project management process.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
Ability to act as a liaison across departments and external partners and to work effectively in a matrix reporting environment.
Ability to communicate effectively and promptly using appropriate tools and techniques.
Ability to operate across multiple service lines and/or regions.
Demonstrated ethical conduct, financial accountability, complex problem-solving, and strategic thinking.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
PMP certification.
LEED certification.
Six Sigma knowledge or experience.

Responsibilities

Spearhead business development efforts in new sectors and work with local markets to establish wins and support employee engagement and recruitment.
Lead initiatives involving Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Mission Critical, Data Center, and other advanced technology solutions.
Lead multidisciplinary advanced technology commercial real estate projects and provide tailored client solutions.
Serve as the primary representative for clients on assigned engagements and ensure exceptional service delivery.
Coordinate communication and workflow among company departments, third-party partners, and clients.
Oversee and be accountable for successful project completion and delivery in accordance with client expectations and requirements.
Collaborate with the Project & Development Services leadership team on cross-business initiatives that serve clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
Maintain professionalism and integrity and pursue solutions that consider the interests of the company, stakeholders, and broader community.